CVE-2019-18980
CVE-2019-18980 is a high-severity vulnerability in Philips Taolight Smart Wi-fi Wiz Connected Led Bulb 9290022656 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-306.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (37th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-306
- Affected product: Philips Taolight Smart Wi-fi Wiz Connected Led Bulb 9290022656 Firmware
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Description
On Signify Philips Taolight Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Connected LED Bulb 9290022656 devices, an unprotected API lets remote users control the bulb's operation. Anyone can turn the bulb on or off, or change its color or brightness remotely. There is no authentication or encryption to use the control API. The only requirement is that the attacker have network access to the bulb.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-18980?
- On Signify Philips Taolight Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Connected LED Bulb 9290022656 devices, an unprotected API lets remote users control the bulb's operation. Anyone can turn the bulb on or off, or change its color or brightness remotely. There is no authentication or encryption to use the control API. The only requirement is that the attacker have network access to the bulb.
- How severe is CVE-2019-18980?
- CVE-2019-18980 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2019-18980 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2019-18980?
- CVE-2019-18980 affects Philips Taolight Smart Wi-fi Wiz Connected Led Bulb 9290022656 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-18980?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2019-18980 published?
- CVE-2019-18980 was published on 2019-11-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:philips:taolight_smart_wi-fi_wiz_connected_led_bulb_9290022656_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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